Hoods Ears & Zipper - Original

The fully featured Hidez compression hood: ear coverage and a zip fastening for maximum calm with minimum fuss.

The Hoods Ears & Zipper design combines the two most-requested hood options: full ear coverage for noise-sensitive and ear-shy horses, and a zip fastening for fast, fuss-free fitting. It is the practical choice for genuinely anxious horses, where every second of fitting matters and complete head coverage gives the best result. Australian-designed and established in 2010, Hidez is veterinary endorsed and used in more than 30 countries.

Why it works

Graduated compression applies pressure that is highest at the extremities and decreases towards the heart, assisting venous and lymphatic return and helping the circulation flush metabolic waste such as lactic acid. In internal thermographic testing, Hidez compression recorded up to 30% less lactic-acid build-up. Around the head, ears and neck, the snug, even pressure produces a calming, swaddle-like effect, and the zip lets you fit the hood quickly, before a nervous horse has time to object.

Key features

• Integrated ear coverage for horses sensitive around the ears
• Zip fastening for faster, easier fitting and removal
• Patented graduated compression, the only patented system of its kind
• Calming, swaddle-like effect for anxious or head-shy horses
• Useful for clipping, travel, stabling and other high-stress moments
• Available in Black, Blue or Red

Sizing & fit

Sizes run by your horse's height, from 14 hands to 19.2 hands in half-hand steps. Because this is a compression garment, correct fit means correct pressure: the zip closes the hood to the same snug fit every time, but only if the size is right. Measure your horse and check the Hidez sizing guide before ordering.

What's included

One Hidez Hood with Ears & Zipper in your chosen colour and size.

Care

Machine wash cold on a delicate cycle with mild detergent. Air dry only, as tumble drying damages the compression fibres.